APP - Cardiothoracic Surgery

Amergis Healthcare Staffing; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 142,000 - 202,000; Full time

Job summary

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant for a locum tenens assignment in the Pacific Northwest. The role blends OR first assist, clinic, inpatient rounding, and call coverage, working alongside surgeons and APPs in a high-acuity surgical practice.

Ideal candidates hold a PA certification and Oregon license, with prior cardiothoracic or thoracic surgery experience, strong first assist skills, and BLS/ACLS.

Qualifications

• Certified Physician Assistant with current or Oregon-eligible license.
• Cardiothoracic or thoracic surgery experience preferred.
• Strong first assist capabilities and patient management across care continuum.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required.
• Vein harvesting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• First assist in thoracic and cardiothoracic procedures.
• Inpatient rounding and post-operative management.
• Outpatient evaluations and follow-up visits.
• Shared call rotation with team.

Skills

Certified Physician Assistant

Oregon licensure

Cardiothoracic surgery experience

First assist skills

Vein harvesting experience

BLS/ACLS certifications

Job description

Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant (Locum Tenens)

Make an Impact in a High-Acuity Surgical Practice

We are seeking an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgery Physician Assistant for a locum tenens opportunity with an established surgical team in the Pacific Northwest. This role offers a well-balanced mix of operating room, clinic, inpatient rounding, and call responsibilities while working alongside experienced surgeons and advanced practice providers.

Opportunity Highlights

• Full-time locum assignment with consistent scheduling

• Blend of OR first assist, clinic, and inpatient care

• Focus on thoracic and cardiothoracic surgery patients

• Collaborative APP and physician team environment

• Shared call rotation with remote triage support

• Exposure to minimally invasive, open, and robotic surgical cases

Ideal Candidate

• Certified Physician Assistant

• Active Oregon license or ability to practice in Oregon

• Prior cardiothoracic or thoracic surgery experience

• Strong first assist skills

• Comfortable managing surgical patients across the continuum of care

• Experience with vein harvesting preferred

• BLS and ACLS certifications required

Clinical Scope

• First assist in thoracic and cardiothoracic surgical procedures

• Inpatient rounding and post-operative management

• Outpatient evaluations and follow-up visits

• Participation in a shared call rotation

• Collaboration with surgeons, APPs, nursing, and ancillary staff

Schedule

• Four 10-hour shifts per week

• Combination of OR and clinic coverage

• Shared weekday and weekend call responsibilities

Interested?

Job Category: Advanced Practitioner

Job Function: Advanced Practitioner | PA | PA - Cardiology *APP - Cardiothoracic Surgery

Job Type: Contract - Full Time

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0727

Contract Duration: 24

Pay Rate: $125 / Hour

Date Posted: 2026-11-08T19:07:13